Meaning & Definition of word "Nude"

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    Nude

    /nuːd/

    noun:

    • 1. A person who is nude.
      • Example: The museum featured a famous sculpture of a nude.
    • 2. A depiction or representation of a nude person.
      • Example: The gallery displayed several acclaimed works featuring nudes.

    adjective:

    • 1. Having no clothing on; bare.
      • Example: The artist painted a nude model in the studio.
    • 2. Of a color that resembles the color of human skin.
      • Example: She wore a dress in a soft nude shade that complemented her complexion.

    Etymology

    Middle French 'nu', from Latin 'nudus'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nude art:

    Art that features the human figure in its natural state.

    nude beach:

    A beach where nudity is tolerated or accepted.

    nude photography:

    Photography featuring nude subjects.

    Related Words

    undraped:

    Not covered with drapery; naked.

    exposed:

    Made visible or revealed; uncovered.

    Slang Meanings of nude

    Meaning: A casual term for nude photographs.

    Example Sentence: She shared her nudes with him.

    Meaning: A term used in the context of online dating to refer to risqué photos.

    Example Sentence: He asked her to send nudes.